Hazelnut Free Honey Chamomile Herbal Tea
There is something deeply soothing about a cup of tea made entirely from scratch, and this honey chamomile blend is the kind of thing that makes you want to slow down and actually enjoy it. Dried chamomile flowers steeped with fresh ginger create a pale golden brew that smells incredible before you even take a sip — floral, warm, and just a little spicy. A spoonful of honey rounds everything out with gentle sweetness, and a sprig of fresh mint adds a cool, bright finish if you want it. For anyone navigating nut allergies or sensitivities, herbal teas can be a surprisingly tricky category — flavored blends and specialty teas sometimes share production lines with tree nut ingredients. Making it yourself with these simple, whole ingredients means you know exactly what's in your mug. The technique is straightforward: simmer the ginger first to coax out its warmth, then let the chamomile do its thing off the heat so it stays delicate rather than bitter. It's the kind of recipe you'll come back to on a rough evening or whenever you just need something genuinely comforting.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 2 tbsp dried chamomile flowers
- 3 thin slices fresh ginger (about ¼ inch thick each)
- 2 tsp honey, or more to taste
- 2 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and ginger slices in a small saucepan and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the dried chamomile flowers, stir once to submerge, and steep for 4–5 minutes, until the water is a pale golden yellow and fragrant.
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